SeekerIntel Core i5-10600K
The Intel Core i5-10600K is an undeniably fast midrange gaming CPU, but at its launch price, it needs more daylight between it and Ryzen 7 chips above, and less between it and the Ryzen 5 ones below.
-- As reviewed by PCMag
Product details
- 6 Cores / 12 Threads
- Socket Type LGA 1200
- Up to 4. 8 GHz Unlocked
- Compatible with Intel 400 series chipset based motherboards
- Intel Optane Memory Support
- Lithography: 14 nm
PROS
+ Top-notch gaming frame rates for a midrange processor
+ Respectable thermals
+ New LGA 1200 socket works with existing cooling solutions
+ Hyper-Threading reinstated on this generation of Core i5
CONS
- Expensive for core/thread count relative to Ryzen 5s
- Potential gains from casual overclocking eclipsed by Ryzen 7 3700X cost
- Ryzen chips prevail in content creation
- Requires new motherboard platform that lacks compelling new features (notably, no PCIe 4.0)
- No boxed stock cooler
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Expert reviews and ratings
By PCMag on May 26, 2020
The Intel Core i5-10600K is an undeniably fast midrange gaming CPU, but at its launch price, it needs more daylight between it and Ryzen 7 chips above, and less between it and the Ryzen 5 ones below.
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By Tom's Hardware on June 04, 2020
For gamers looking for the edge of performance, and enthusiasts who like to tune their processors without expensive supporting components, the Core i5-10600K slips in as the new mainstream champ.
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By TrustedReviews on May 20, 2020
Intel’s more modest Comet Lake arrival is impressive in several key areas, with AMD-beating single-threaded performance and gaming pace that virtually matches more expensive chips. If you’re building a mainstream PC or a mid-range gaming rig, it’s the chip to buy. However, AMD’s parts remain better if you’re on a budget or building a mid-market machine specifically for work.
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By TechRadar on January 29, 2021
The Intel Core i5-10600K provides excellent performance for the money, and is easy to recommend to mid-range buyers who just care about current gaming performance. However, the lack of PCIe 4.0 support makes it hard to recommend to anyone that wants a future-proof system.
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